Tag: music

Company: Grand River Hospital

Location: Kitchener, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 08 Mar 2025 03:48:44 GMT

Job description: Job Description:In April 2024, the Boards of St. Mary’s General and Grand River Hospitals both independently voted in favor of a voluntary merger of the Hospitals to form a new hospital organization. This evolution of our partnership will occur alongside our joint redevelopment work, as we strive to build a new acute care campus in the community. We welcome talent to both St. Mary’s General Hospital and Grand River Hospital that are ready to be part of an exciting, generational change for hospital care in Waterloo Region.We are Building the Future of Care Together (BFCT) by developing a shared vision for the future of health care and new hospital infrastructure to care for more patients in our community closer to home for decades to come. Working towards a shared vision Grand River Hospital and St. Mary’s General Hospital will join together as a merged hospital. All sites will be governed by the new, single organization following the planned merger of Grand River Hospital and St. Mary’s General Hospital in 2025.We currently have a temporary full-time opportunity available for a Music Therapist in the Spiritual Care Department (Approximately 30 hours a week).How Music Therapists support our teams:At Grand River Hospital, we work with the communities we serve towards life-long health and well-being for all. We exist to provide exceptional care through inspired people, one patient at a time. Our program strives to deliver exceptional patient experience, excellent patient access, and engaged staff. If you are a Music Therapist, we would like you to become a part of our team.Reporting to a manager in the Professional and Collaborative practice portfolio, you will work with our inpatient collaborative practice team throughout Grand River Hospital – Freeport Campus. Aligned with a person-centered care model and the vision and values of Grand River Hospital, and in accordance with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists’ (CAMT) Standards of Practice, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Inpatient High Intensity Rehabilitation Unit: This unit serves medically stable adult patients (18+), including those with acquired brain injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries/compression, and fractures. As the Music Therapist, you will focus on neurorehabilitation and mental health. Patients who have experienced a stroke, brain injury, neurodegenerative disease, or spinal cord injury will receive music therapy 2-3 times per week, as caseload permits.Neurorehabilitation Outpatient Clinic (NRC): The NRC is an outpatient clinic for patients who have recently experienced an acute change in their neurological status or have a new stroke diagnosis requiring additional therapeutic services. These individuals will receive music therapy 1-2 times per week, as caseload permits.Geriatric Assessment & Neurobehavioural Unit: This unit offers specialized assessment and treatment for older adults experiencing age-related conditions. Many patients require additional support due to behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), which can include agitation, aggression, depression, and apathy. Patients will participate in a group setting twice weekly and/or individual settings as caseload allows.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates client treatment plans and provides music therapy to promote neurorehabilitation.
• Works effectively with members of the multidisciplinary teams and participates in multidisciplinary team meetings, providing formal and informal consultations to staff
• Collaborates with others regarding operational issues and concerns; liaises with the Professional Practice Lead Music Therapy regarding practice issues
• Participates in service committees and quality improvement initiatives as required
• Engages in professional development and continuing education
• Assists with program development and evaluation as required
• Participates in team building, service development and improvement activities striving to contribute to a healthy workplace environment
• Other duties as assigned

The Music Therapist will bring the following:

• Accredited Music Therapist (MTA) with the Canadian Association of Music Therapists (CAMT); membership in CAMT and/or the Music Therapy Association of Ontario (MTAO) required.
• Master of Music Therapy or Master of Music in Applied Music and Health from an accredited university or equivalent is preferred. Candidates with a Bachelor of Music Therapy are also welcomed to apply.
• Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT) training through the Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy required; preference will be given to candidates who have completed their NMT Fellowship.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) is an asset. Preference will be given to those who hold both NMT/NMT-F and RP status.
• CAMT internship supervision training is an asset.
• Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred; knowledge and experience in neurorehabilitation (e.g., stroke care) and dementia care is required.
• Strong foundation in music therapy theory and practice, including harmony, improvisation, and composition.
• Advanced musical training with a recommended minimum Grade 9 RCM on the principal instrument.
• Experience in developing and implementing individualized music therapy treatment plans, along with the ability to provide clinical progress reports for neurorehabilitation and neurobehavioural patients.
• Demonstrated ability to provide evidence-based music therapy interventions to patients.
• Ability to deliver in-service music therapy education to other GRH staff.
• Basic training in psychotherapy and counseling skills is an asset but not required.
• Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) training is an asset.
• Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to navigate challenging clinical situations.
• Strong organizational, time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and experience with documentation software/databases.
• Dedication to ongoing professional development as both a clinician and musician.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build rapport with patients, families, and staff.
• Good attendance record

Grand River Hospital & St. Mary’s General Hospital support our Team Members with:

• A thorough onboarding and orientation program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
• Career mentorship
• Wellness programs

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Grand River Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process.Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to: racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.